Orlando Dog Bite and Animal Attack Attorney / Lawyer

Orlando Dog Bite Liability Attorney / Lawyer, proudly serving Orlando, Winter Park and Central Florida with professional Dog Bite Liability legal services.

Dog bite injuries affect approximately 5 million people in the United States annually. Of this statistic, more than three quarters of a million dog bite victims require medical treatment each year. Most dog bite victims are children, as it is the second leading cause of injury to minors. Dog bite attacks account for one out of three homeowner's liability insurance claims, which translates into more than a billion dollars in pay-outs annually. Dog bite claims fall under the umbrella of personal injury law, where an injured party has the legal right to seek compensation for injuries caused by another party's actions or negligence.

There are many reasons why a dog bites. In some cases it is an accident or it is the cause of a persons own negligence. Many dog bite injuries occur: when a dog is trying to defend or protect his territory; establish dominance over his or her victim; is in a new, unfamiliar, or threatening environment; or disturbed while eating, sleeping, or playing with a toy or treat. There are several factors that increase the likelihood that a dog may bite. A dog that has been neutered or spade is three times less likely not to bite. Dog bite occurrences often happen when the animal has been chained up or in the past a victim of mistreatment. It has been documented that male dogs can be considered more aggressive and bite more often than females. Young male dogs especially those between the ages of one and five are to be considered more aggressive. All breeds of dog may bite, although Rottweilers and Pitbulls perpetrate at least half of all dog bite related fatalities.

Dog bite prevention involves measures taken by dog owners and potential victims alike. Dog owners are most often responsible for dog bite injury consequences; therefore it is important that dog owners reduce the risks that their dog will bite. Owners can do this by altering their animal, training and treating their dog humanely, socializing their dogs to new environments, and obeying all restraint and confinement laws. Placing signs on your property saying “Bad Dog” gives warning to individuals. Potential victims can decrease their risk of dog bite attacks by applying caution to their encounters with unknown, fearful or aggressive dogs. Teaching kids to avoid strange or unknown dogs and how to properly treat animals can also reduce their chances of becoming a dog bite victim.

If you are involved in a dog bite incident it is important to first establish if medical treatment is necessary. If in doubt, seek medical attention. Obtaining information about the dog, its owner, and any witnesses is also crucial. A dog bite victim may also want to report the incident to local police or animal control authorities. Contacting a dog bite injury attorney - lawyer can help you discover what your legal rights and options in a case may be. A dog bite liability attorney - lawyer can help maximize and protect your interests in a dog bite case.

Dog bite law varies by place and circumstance and also may include a limitation on the time you have to file a legal claim. In general, a dog bite victim may have the right to seek injury compensation from any party whose negligence caused the dog bite attack, any party in violation on leash or restraint laws, and any party who knowingly harbors a dog with a history of biting people.

At The LaGamba Law Firm, P.L., we fight vigorously for the rights of those who require the services of a Dog Bite / Animal Attack Attorney / Lawyer. Contact The LaGamba Law Firm, P.L. today at (407) 644-2315 or use our online submission form for a free and confidential case evaluation.

Orlando Dog Bite Liability Attorney / Lawyer, proudly serving Orlando, Winter Park and Central Florida with professional Dog Bite Liability legal services.
 

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